Below Average
#4030 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 28 Wright Brothers
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
475 W 155TH ST, New York, NY 10032
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,030 of 4,742
In New York
#310 of 346
public schools
In district
#42 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
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PS 28 Wright Brothers
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About PS 28 Wright Brothers
PS 28 Wright Brothers is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. PS 28 Wright Brothers serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 28 Wright Brothers has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,030 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 28 Wright Brothers show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at PS 28 Wright Brothers were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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PS 28 Wright Brothers — Students at PS 28 Wright Brothers score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.
How PS 28 Wright Brothers Compares
See how PS 28 Wright Brothers performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
475 W 155TH ST, New York, NY 10032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 28 Wright Brothers may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS/IS 210 21ST CENTURY ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL OF HARLEM (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 4 DUKE ELLINGTON (rated 6.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,588
Median Home Value
$545,500
Median Rent
$1,546/mo
Population
55,579
College Educated
39.8%
Homeownership
8.3%
Avg Commute
39.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
38.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 28 Wright Brothers
What grades does PS 28 Wright Brothers serve?
PS 28 Wright Brothers serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 28 Wright Brothers?
PS 28 Wright Brothers has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 28 Wright Brothers?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 28 Wright Brothers is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 28 Wright Brothers rank in NY?
PS 28 Wright Brothers ranks #4,030 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 28 Wright Brothers's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 28 Wright Brothers has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at PS 28 Wright Brothers?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 28 Wright Brothers has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 28 Wright Brothers a charter school?
No, PS 28 Wright Brothers is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 28 Wright Brothers a Title I school?
No, PS 28 Wright Brothers is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 28 Wright Brothers?
92.3% of students at PS 28 Wright Brothers qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 388
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.3%
- Phone
- (212) 690-3014
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6- District Enrollment
- 17,940
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #42 of 45
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